Texas DPS directed to increase new THC rule enforcement
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
New Texas THC rule enforcement begins Wednesday
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
New emergency THC rules now in effect in Texas
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.
Where does free speech end on Texas college campuses?
Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two Texas college students have been expelled and hundreds of teachers are being investigated by the Texas Education Agency for public comments that have sparked a fierce public debate over the limits of freedom of speech.
Following the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two Texas college students have been expelled and hundreds of teachers are being investigated by the Texas Education Agency for public comments that have sparked a fierce public debate over the limits of freedom of speech.
Governor Abbott condemns expelled students' behavior regarding Charlie Kirk death
A Texas Tech student and a TXST student have been expelled for mocking the death of Charlie Kirk on campus.
A Texas Tech student and a TXST student have been expelled for mocking the death of Charlie Kirk on campus.
Student no longer at Texas State after actions at Charlie Kirk memorial event
Governor Greg Abbott called on Texas State to expel a student over the student's actions that were caught on video at a Charlie Kirk memorial event. Now, the "individual is no longer at Texas State."
Governor Greg Abbott called on Texas State to expel a student over the student's actions that were caught on video at a Charlie Kirk memorial event. Now, the "individual is no longer at Texas State."
Texas Tech student expelled after video showing Charlie Kirk rant on campus
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
An 18-year-old Texas Tech University student is no longer enrolled at the university after a video appearing to show her mocking the death of Charlie Kirk went viral.
Gov. Abbott doubles reward money for 2023 Harris County stabbing
Austin Kanuch was fatally stabbed in his home in September 2023. Officials are now offering $40,000 for any information leading to any arrests.
Austin Kanuch was fatally stabbed in his home in September 2023. Officials are now offering $40,000 for any information leading to any arrests.
Dan Patrick, Greg Abbott at odds over THC regulation
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that Gov. Abbott's decision to regulate rather than ban THC was a "seal of approval" for the booming Texas industry.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Friday that Gov. Abbott's decision to regulate rather than ban THC was a "seal of approval" for the booming Texas industry.
Texas governor speaks on law banning Sharia Law communities
Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law on Friday banning residential developers from creating Sharia Law compounds. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke one-on-one with Gov. Abbott on why he signed HB 4211.
Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law on Friday banning residential developers from creating Sharia Law compounds. FOX 26 Political Reporter Greg Groogan spoke one-on-one with Gov. Abbott on why he signed HB 4211.
Gov. Abbott's office adds $20K for information on unsolved Harris County stabbing
A total of up to $40,000 is being offered for any information on the 2023 death of Austin Kanuch.
A total of up to $40,000 is being offered for any information on the 2023 death of Austin Kanuch.
Texas A&M professor fired: Gov. Abbott responds to controversy
A controversial recording from a Texas A&M University class has led to a professor being fired and administrators being stripped of their roles. FOX 26's Greg Groogan shares Governor Greg Abbott's response on the matter.
A controversial recording from a Texas A&M University class has led to a professor being fired and administrators being stripped of their roles. FOX 26's Greg Groogan shares Governor Greg Abbott's response on the matter.
Texas A&M admins demoted over LGBT courses; lawmakers call for terminations
"Key leaders" in the Texas A&M College of Arts and Sciences have been removed from their department positions, school President Mark A. Welsh III announced Monday night. At least one politician wants Welsh gone, too.
"Key leaders" in the Texas A&M College of Arts and Sciences have been removed from their department positions, school President Mark A. Welsh III announced Monday night. At least one politician wants Welsh gone, too.
Abbott expected to issue executive order setting age requirements for THC-products, other restrictions
The executive order comes after the Legislature ended a special session without the House, Senate and governor agreeing on restrictions.
The executive order comes after the Legislature ended a special session without the House, Senate and governor agreeing on restrictions.
Abbott enforcing English language requirements for all commercial drivers in Texas
DPS has also been ordered to stop issuing new intrastate commercial licenses to drivers who cannot communicate in English.
DPS has also been ordered to stop issuing new intrastate commercial licenses to drivers who cannot communicate in English.
Human trafficking becomes first-degree felony under new Texas law
Starting Monday, human trafficking will be classified as a first-degree felony in Texas, thanks to Senate Bill 1212, which was signed into law last week.
Starting Monday, human trafficking will be classified as a first-degree felony in Texas, thanks to Senate Bill 1212, which was signed into law last week.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs new congressional maps into law
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4, which redraws congressional maps in the state of Texas, giving Republicans more seats in Congress.
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4, which redraws congressional maps in the state of Texas, giving Republicans more seats in Congress.
Gov. Abbott signs 3 bills to protect Texans from foreign adversaries
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law aimed at protecting Texans against threats from hostile foreign adversaries.
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law aimed at protecting Texans against threats from hostile foreign adversaries.
Federal lawsuit filed before new Texas districts signed into law
Just hours after the Texas Senate passed redrawn congressional maps, they have already been challenged in federal court.
Just hours after the Texas Senate passed redrawn congressional maps, they have already been challenged in federal court.
'Cowardice and Cheats': Texas House passes controversial map over Democratic opposition
The bill now moves to the Texas Senate, where it is expected to pass and be signed by Governor Abbott.
The bill now moves to the Texas Senate, where it is expected to pass and be signed by Governor Abbott.